GeForce 7950 GX2 vs GeForce RTX 2060

CPU

GPU

GeForce 7950 GX2

2016Core: 795 MHzBoost: 861 MHz

GeForce RTX 2060

2019Core: 1365 MHzBoost: 1680 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce 7950 GX2

202

0.0%

GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU

GeForce RTX 2060

160

14,114

+6887.1%

GeForce GTX 1650

GeForce GTX TITAN Black

GeForce RTX 3050 6GB

GeForce RTX 3050 8GB

GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile

RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

RTX 4000 Ada Generation

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti

About G3D Mark

G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The GeForce 7950 GX2 is positioned at rank #729 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce 7950 GX2

#719

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

31932%

#721

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

28947%

#722

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

28871%

#726

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

26253%

#727

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

26074%

#729

GeForce 7950 GX2

MSRP: $599|Avg: $80

100%

#730

Mobility Radeon X1450

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

97%

#731

MOBILITY RADEON X1800

MSRP: $399|Avg: $50

97%

#732

MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP

MSRP: $20|Avg: $5

88%

#733

MOBILITY RADEON 9550

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

88%

#734

GeForce 6200

MSRP: $129|Avg: $10

85%

#736

GeForce FX 5500

MSRP: $37|Avg: $30

65%

#737

MOBILITY RADEON 9800

MSRP: $229|Avg: $25

59%

#738

RADEON 9500

MSRP: $179|Avg: $30

59%

#739

RADEON X850 XT

MSRP: $499|Avg: $50

47%

#740

RADEON 9800

MSRP: $399|Avg: $399

44%

#742

RADEON 9000

MSRP: $49|Avg: $20

29%

#743

RADEON 9200 SE

MSRP: $30|Avg: $15

29%

#744

MOBILITY RADEON 7500

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

24%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce RTX 2060 uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce RTX 2060 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 7950 GX2 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 2060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 6887.1% higher G3D Mark score and 500% more VRAM (6 GB vs 1 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 7950 GX2.

Insight	GeForce 7950 GX2	GeForce RTX 2060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-6887.1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+6887.1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	🎮 High Capacity (6 GB)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 2060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $120 (vs $80), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 4558.1% better value per dollar than the GeForce 7950 GX2.

Insight	GeForce 7950 GX2	GeForce RTX 2060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+4558.1%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($80)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($120)

Performance Check

Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.

Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.

GeForce 7950 GX2 Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 2060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 7950 GX2 and GeForce RTX 2060

GeForce 7950 GX2

The GeForce 7950 GX2 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 28 2016. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 795 MHz to 861 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 23W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 202 points.

GeForce RTX 2060

The GeForce RTX 2060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 7 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1365 MHz to 1680 MHz. It has 1920 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 30 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 14,114 points. Launch price was $349.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce 7950 GX2 scores 202 versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 14,114 — the GeForce RTX 2060 leads by 6887.1%. The GeForce 7950 GX2 is built on Maxwell while the GeForce RTX 2060 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 512 (GeForce 7950 GX2) vs 1,920 (GeForce RTX 2060). Raw compute: 0.8817 TFLOPS (GeForce 7950 GX2) vs 6.451 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2060). Boost clocks: 861 MHz vs 1680 MHz.

Feature	GeForce 7950 GX2	GeForce RTX 2060
G3D Mark Score	202	14,114+6887%
Architecture	Maxwell	Turing
Process Node	28 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	512	1920+275%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.8817 TFLOPS	6.451 TFLOPS+632%
Boost Clock	861 MHz	1680 MHz+95%
ROPs	8	48+500%
TMUs	32	120+275%
L1 Cache	0.25 MB	1.9 MB+660%
L2 Cache	1 MB	3 MB+200%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce 7950 GX2	GeForce RTX 2060
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	DLSS 2.0
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce 7950 GX2 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 2060 has 6 GB. The GeForce RTX 2060 offers 500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce 7950 GX2) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce 7950 GX2	GeForce RTX 2060
VRAM Capacity	1 GB	6 GB+500%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	336 GB/s
Bus Width	128-bit	192-bit+50%
L2 Cache	1 MB	3 MB+200%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 9.0c (GeForce 7950 GX2) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 2060). Vulkan: N/A vs 1.3. OpenGL: 2.1 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce 7950 GX2	GeForce RTX 2060
DirectX	9.0c	12 Ultimate (12_2)+33%
Vulkan	N/A	1.3
OpenGL	2.1	4.6+119%
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (GeForce 7950 GX2) vs NVENC (Turing) (GeForce RTX 2060). Decoder: PureVideo HD (VP1) vs NVDEC (Turing). Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,WMV (GeForce 7950 GX2) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce RTX 2060).

Feature	GeForce 7950 GX2	GeForce RTX 2060
Encoder	None	NVENC (Turing)
Decoder	PureVideo HD (VP1)	NVDEC (Turing)
Codecs	H.264,MPEG-2,WMV	H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 7950 GX2 draws 23W versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 160W — a 149.7% difference. The GeForce 7950 GX2 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 7950 GX2) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 2060). Power connectors: Legacy vs 8-pin. Card length: 229mm vs 229mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85 vs 72.

Feature	GeForce 7950 GX2	GeForce RTX 2060
TDP	23W-86%	160W
Recommended PSU	350W-30%	500W
Power Connector	Legacy	8-pin
Length	229mm	229mm
Height	111mm	113mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	85	72-15%
Perf/Watt	8.8	88.2+902%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce 7950 GX2 launched at $599 MSRP and currently averages $80, while the GeForce RTX 2060 launched at $349 and now averages $120. The GeForce 7950 GX2 costs 33.3% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 2.5 (GeForce 7950 GX2) vs 117.6 (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 offers 4604% better value. The GeForce RTX 2060 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2016).